Everest

Everest

At an elevation of 8848.13 meters, Mt. Everest (Mount Qomolangma) is the main peak of the Himalayas. This world's Number One peak raises high on the border of China and Nepal. Its northern slope lies in the Tingyi County of Tibet. Commanding reverence from fellow giant peaks nearby, Mt. Everest (Mount Qomolangma) is shaped just like a majestic pyramid propping up the sky for the Earth. Surrounding Mount Qomolangma, five of the world's 14 peaks above 8000 meters stand guard within a sphere of 200 square kilometers. They are escorted by another 38 peaks above 7000 meters of sea elevation. Together they form one of the world's most grandiose landscapes. Analyses of geological structure indicate that in the Mesozoic Era about 230 million to 70 million years ago, the region where Mount Qomolangma stands now was part of the ancient Mediterranean Sea. Beginning from the late Tertiary Period of the Cenozoic Era, the region gradually rose. Chinese scientists have concluded that Mt. Everest (Mount Qomolangma) is still rising at a speed of 3.2 to 12.7 millimeters per year.

Everest

At the top of Mt. Everest (Mount Qomolangma), there always hangs a wisp of cloud. It flies eastward in the fast western wind just like a flapping flag. This is the unique phenomenon of the area-the "loud Flag of Mount Qomolangma."At times, the cloud will change from surging waves into a thin cooking smoke or from galloping steeds into the mysterious veil of a goddess. Gazing at Mount Qomolangma, one will immerse in a solemn ethereal mood.

Everest

In recent years, mountain climbers and explorers have focused on Mt. Everest (Mount Qomolangma). It has become many brave people's dreams to demonstrate their courage and skills by climbing onto this world's highest peak. The weather of the region changes rapidly and it is very difficult to predict. In general, the weather is relatively mild and steady with less rain or snow from early March to late May, and again so from early September to late October. These are the two best seasons for tourists and mountain climbers.